Federal Republic of Nigeria
Federal Roads Development Project
Road Sector Development Team (RSDT)
Request for Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Post of Procurement Consultant Project ID No.: P090135
Credit No: IDA 44150
1. This invitation for expressions of interest follows the general procurement notice that appeared in UN Development Business online. Issue No.637 of 11 March 2005.
The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has received a credit from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the cost of the Federal Roads Development Project (FRDP). The project supports the implementation of the national strategy to ensure sustainable maintenance of the federal road network over the short and medium term in order to provide appropriate levels of service across the entire federal road network.
The Federal Ministry of Works (FMW) established the Road Sector Development Team (RSDT) to administer and manage the FRDP, The RSDT has identified the need to engage an experienced Procurement Consultant to assist in the planning and implementation of all procurement under the FRDP. The Consultant is expected to carry out procurement functions as well as provide practical support/training to other related staff in the preparation of procurement documents, including procurement plan. Expression of Interest (EOI), Request for Proposal (RFP), bidding documents, etc. for Goods, Works and Services. He/she will also be responsible for the preparation of Evaluation Reports, all in accordance with the World Bank and/or African Development Bank (AFDB) Procurement Guidelines.
2. Objective of the Services:
The Main objective of the assignment is to assist in all procurement procedures and to facilitate communication with the Donors on procurement issues:
i. To prepare and issue standard bidding documents for procurement of goods/works/services to eligible bidders and ensure all relevant steps in implementing procurement procedures” are adhered to.
ii. To coordinate the preparation and issuance of Request for Expression of Interest (EOI), Adverts, Shortlist, and Standard Request for Proposals (RFP). are adhered to the step-by-step guide, including all aspects and details related or forming part, of the procurement bidding process of goods, works and consultancy services.
iii. General responsibility of the procurement office or unit taking into consideration the relationship with other offices or units.
3.0 Qualifications/Specialized Knowledge/Experience Required
- First degree in any discipline, including economics; engineering, public administration, law; etc.
- Post Graduate degree in the above areas and/or a certificate in procurement training from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
- Has undergone training on World Bank procurement processes and procedures;
- A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience of directly handling/managing procurement activities under World Bank and/or International donor funded projects;
- Previous experience in public procurement, business or public administration will be an advantage;
- Knowledge of international organizations/agencies’ and national public procurement regulations and procedures;
- Excellent knowledge of English language, written and spoken:
- Computer proficiency (Windows, MS Office, Internet Explorer, MS Excel)
- Ability to communicate, negotiate, analyze, elaborate and present reports and statements
4.0 Duration of the Appointment
The contract shall be Performance Based and the Consultant shall be appointed on contract for an initial period of two years which will be renewable based on performance.
Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants under IBRD
Loans and IDA credits by World Bank January 2011 Edition.
Interested consultants should submit one (1) copy of the above information in English language in an envelope marked: “Expression of Interest – Consulting Services for Procurement Functions of the Road Sector Development Team”.
Expressions of interest should reach the above office on or before 22nd August 2011
The Unit Manager,
Road Sector Development Team,
6 Niagara Close, off Erie Crescent, off Nile Street,
Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria
Tel: +234 70344403
Email: unitmanager@rsdt.gov.ng , lawalaudi@yahoo.co.uk
